Boat trips from Helsinki – departing from Tervasaari
Head out on a boat trip from central Helsinki. From Tervasaari, the islands off Helsinki are a short ride away, and a day trip takes you to the archipelago of Espoo, Kirkkonummi, Sipoo and Porvoo. This page lists travel times to 11 destinations and information about the departure harbour.
Departure harbour Tervasaari
- Location
- Pohjoisranta–Tervasaari in Kruununhaka, central Helsinki. Friilo boats are moored at several berths in the area, for example at Pohjoisranta and Tervasaarenkannas.
- Rental boat
- You can find rental boats in the area on Friilo. Pickup, key handover and the boat's exact berth are agreed with the boat owner when you book.
- Refuelling
- Refuelling and return practices vary from boat to boat, so agree on them with the boat owner.
Travel times from Tervasaari
Travel times and distances from Tervasaari to the destinations, one way. The trip guides tell you more about the harbours, services and sights at each destination.
Under 1 hour
| Destination | Travel time | Distance | Fuel, round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vallisaari | approx. 15 min | 3 nm | approx. 6 l |
| Vasikkasaari | approx. 15 min | 2 nm | approx. 4 l |
| Suomenlinna | approx. 20 min | 4 nm | approx. 8 l |
| Pihlajasaari | approx. 25 min | 5 nm | approx. 9 l |
| Pentala | approx. 40 min | 14 nm | approx. 25 l |
| Kaunissaari (Sipoo) | approx. 45 min | 16 nm | approx. 28 l |
1–1.5 hours
| Destination | Travel time | Distance | Fuel, round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pirttisaari | approx. 1 h | 19 nm | approx. 35 l |
| Lähteelä | approx. 1 h 30 min | 25 nm | approx. 45 l |
| Pellinki | approx. 1 h 30 min | 33 nm | approx. 59 l |
1.5–2 hours
| Destination | Travel time | Distance | Fuel, round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porvoo | approx. 1 h 50 min | 31 nm | approx. 56 l |
Over 2 hours
| Destination | Travel time | Distance | Fuel, round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barösund | approx. 2 h 20 min | 45 nm | approx. 81 l |
Travel times are estimates without stops and depend on the conditions. The round-trip fuel estimate assumes you return the same way. Also allow time for the destination itself.
Travel times are calculated at a cruising speed of 25 knots and include the slower sections of the route. The fuel estimate is based on a consumption of 0.9 l/nm. Actual consumption depends on the boat, the weather, load and driving style.
Rent a boat in Helsinki
We do not have a boat of our own on the Gulf of Finland. You can find rental boats in the area on Friilo, where you can compare boats, prices and availability. Travel times and fuel estimates are indicative and based on a cruising speed of 25 knots and a consumption of 0.9 l/nm.
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